> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.paxos.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Getting Started with USDG (Global Dollar)

> How to Access USDG.

USDG is a regulated, US dollar-backed stablecoin issued by Paxos Digital Singapore (PDS), which is a Major Payments Institution supervised by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS). Each USDG token is always redeemable 1:1 for USD.

### Key Features

* **Regulated & Transparent:** Issued by PDS, which is supervised by the MAS, with monthly attestation reports.
* **1:1 USD Backing:** Every token is backed by USD held in segregated accounts.
* **Multi-Chain:** Available on Ethereum and Solana networks.

### Getting Started with USDG

1. Create a Paxos Institutional Account
   * Visit [dashboard.paxos.com](https://dashboard.paxos.com/) ([How to sign up](/guides/dashboard/account))
   * Click **"Become a partner of the Global Dollar Network"**
   * Complete the onboarding process
2. **Submit Required Documentation** ([Onboarding requirements](/guides/dashboard/onboard))
   * Organizational documents
   * Identification for key personnel
   * KYC verification
3. **Start Using USDG** ([How to mint USDG](/guides/dashboard/mint))
   * Mint USDG directly from USD via the Paxos Dashboard
   * Monitor holdings and transactions in real time

### Need Help?

* Technical Support: [support.paxos.com](https://support.paxos.com)
* Transparency Reports: [paxos.com/usdg-transparency](https://paxos.com/usdg-transparency)